The City of Kelowna has officially broken ground on a new activity centre in Glenmore.

The Glenmore Activity Centre will be a two-storey building, featuring a gymnasium, multipurpose program rooms, fitness and wellness spaces, outdoor gathering areas, and flexible spaces designed for youth and seniors programming.

The centre will also include a new Okanagan Regional Library hub and a licensed daycare, creating a true community anchor that supports learning, childcare, recreation, and social connection in one place.

“The new activity centre in Glenmore represents a major investment in the health and wellbeing of our residents,” said Mayor Tom Dyas.

More than $8 million from the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund will create more than 90 new child care spaces for children aged zero to five. The funding is joint support from the B.C. government and the Government of Canada.

The project reflects extensive community engagement and long-term planning through the city’s Building a Stronger Kelowna initiative. Residents identified the need for more indoor recreation space, particularly in Glenmore, where population growth has outpaced available facilities. The new centre will help meet that demand while supporting broader goals for accessibility, sustainability, and community resilience.

Completion is expected in late 2027, with the facility designed to meet high environmental performance standards. Energy efficient systems, natural lighting, and durable materials will reduce long-term operating costs and support the city’s climate goals. The building’s flexible layout will also allow it to adapt to future community needs.